5 wild Brian Kelly firing memes cracking up the internet after LSU's Week 13 game
LSU coach Brian Kelly’s tenure has taken a sharp turn, with fans growing increasingly restless after a disappointing Week 13. Hired with high hopes, Kelly now finds himself on the hot seat as his third season with the Tigers has delivered far below expectations.
After three consecutive losses and despite its 24-17 win against the Vanderbilt Commodores on Saturday, LSU's ranking in the Southeastern Conference has plummeted, and the fanbase’s frustration is at an all-time high.
As the Tigers presented themselves at the Tiger Stadium in Baton Rouge, the atmosphere was filled with intensified calls for Kelly’s removal. With just one game down the barrel, a losing end to the season could lead to his firing.
On Saturday, LSU fans made their frustrations known with chants of “Fire Kelly!” ringing around Tiger Stadium, and the internet is already reacting with tons of memes. Check out our top five picks:
Surprisingly, some Brian Kelly fans also came forward after the Week 13 win with a few memes of their own.
However, there’s more at stake than just this season’s record: Kelly’s prized recruit, Bryce Underwood, a five-star quarterback prospect, has now included himself in the mix by flipping his commitment. Michigan has upped the stakes with a reported $10.5 million NIL offer, leading the Tigers' quarterback plans down the drain.
What is stopping LSU from firing Brian Kelly?
One of the biggest barriers to moving on from Brian Kelly is his contract, which includes a massive $61.7 million buyout—believed to be one of the highest in college football. While LSU Athletic Director Scott Woodward is known for bold financial moves, this decision would carry a hefty price tag for the Tigers three years into the deal.
Meanwhile, Kelly's fans argue that his recruiting success deserves more time translating into wins, especially with recent classes ranked in the top 10 nationally. However, this year’s results and the end of Kelly’s famous personal streak of seven 10-win seasons have cast doubt on his ability to turn those recruits into a cohesive, winning team.
As the season winds down, LSU fans are looking for any sign of hope, but patience is running thin, even for Brian Kelly, who has burst numerous times in the season. A loss to the Oklahoma Sooners in the final game of the regular season could be the last straw, with the "Fire Kelly" chants growing louder each week.